If Habu retreats, will the Japanese skating world collapse?
Although the Feather String has not yet indicated that it will stay, it will come one day, the "future of Habu is not there", and the ice skating world is floating with unstable air.
"I'm worried about money. The Japan Skating Federation not only uses the revenue from figure skating for this competition, but also in three races, including speed skating and short tracks, so it will have an impact not only on figure skating, but also on other competitions. (Skating Union related personnel)
Regarding the funding operation of the Japan Skating Union, sports writer Ms. Kako Umeda revealed:
"One of the sources of revenue for the Japan Skating Union is the 'registration fee for players'. Depending on the category, the amount of about 10,000 yen per person cannot participate in the competition if the player is not registered with the league. However, the number of people actually registered is not large, so there is not so much income by registration. Sure enough, "TV broadcast fees" and "sponsor fees" are important sources of income. There are no stars like Yu yu string, and the amount will vary greatly. ”
These funds are mainly used to train players.
"The Skating League does not operate an ice skating rink, but it will bear the cost and charter the skating rink operated by the general enterprise to provide opportunities for the reinforcement players to practice. With an increase in income from broadcast fees, many skating rinks in Japan can be rented. (Umeda)
If the star players of the "God of Figure Skating" are not there...
"If Yu Sheng were to retire, the TV show would probably not cost as much as it does now." in Umeda
Expected to be the next "Feather" player
So, is it possible to become a player like Yusei?
"Miura, who participated in the 'World Championships', respected Yusuke Yusuke and asked Yusei for advice on eating, and fans also thought he was like Yusei's younger brother. In addition, Miyake Hoshinan of the 'Four Continents Players' is known for his princely appearance (Panda: are you sure?). ）。 However, The overwhelming popularity of Habu has not wavered in more than 10 years, so it is difficult for a second Habu to appear among these players at present. (Female fans of figure skating)
Figure skating critic Minoru Sano said: "Yusei's results so far are 'super first-class', and even a 'super' can be added. There is no doubt that it is the player of '1 person in 100 years'. In addition, unlike actors and entertainers, it is rare for an athlete like Yusei to have a worldwide fan. I don't think there will be a 'second feather'. We should feel very lucky to live in the same era as Yusei. ”
If there is no successor who can shoulder the responsibility of Yusheng, it cannot be denied that the income of the skating league will be reduced. This will also further affect the next generation of figure skating, leading to a crisis with a dim future.
"If the skating league doesn't have the money, the opportunities for private practice will be reduced. As a result, players have to borrow the skating rink at their own expense, or go overseas in search of a place to practice. Except for families with a wealth of money, it is difficult to continue skating. In this way, only a limited number of players can be cultivated, and it is more difficult to appear in the active 'second and third feathers' in the world. (Umeda)
Committed to increasing the competitive population
To prevent this from happening, the Japan Skating Union is taking other steps.
"Instead of relying on the income from the broadcast fee, learn from the foreign countries where figure skating is prevalent, and strive to increase the competitive population." In this way, the revenue from the login fee will increase, and the scope of things that can be done will be expanded. ”
In addition, Umeda also said that "the construction of fan organizations" is also very important.
"Establishing a support system for the membership fee system, such as fans making judgments and comparing them with the judgments of professional judges, if fans can enjoy the fun, the whole game will be lively, and the competitive population will be increased and the level will be improved." (Panda: Sounds a bit like copying the AKB pattern onto the ice rink)
I hope figure skating has more to see! Without Yusheng knots, without three sets of dolls, without Chinese players, there is really nothing to look at.
Text: Weekly Women
Translation: Trembling Panda